How To Fix 29642 - Usage & is not defined

29642 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 642

• Message text: Usage & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29642 - Usage & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message "29642 Usage & is not defined" typically occurs in the context of SAP's configuration settings, particularly when dealing with materials, production, or inventory management. This error indicates that a specific usage type (represented by the "&" symbol) has not been defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Usage Type: The most common cause is that the usage type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could happen if a new usage type is being referenced in a transaction or configuration that has not been set up yet.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the usage type is expected but not properly configured.
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, the error can arise from a simple typo or incorrect entry in the field where the usage type is specified.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Usage Type:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the IMG